Australia pulled off a chase of 177 against a strong Pakistan bowling line-up in the T20 World Cup semi-final in Dubai, with the finishing touches provided by Matthew Wade and Marcus Stoinis. There was praise for the two on social media, and also for Pakistan's campaign in the tournament - they had been unbeaten till Thursday's loss.
What a game !! Congrats to the Aussie boys on finding a way to win - well done to @davidwarner31 & Zamps. @MatthewWade13 who was absolutely bloody awesome, well done mate & the Hulk Stoinis was outstanding too. What a final between Aust & NZ at the #ICCT20WorldCup2021
— Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne) November 11, 2021
Wow, Australia, Wow! What a knock from Matthew Wade!! This was Pakistan's game to win, but Australia were not to be denied. All to play for in trans-Tasman final, we are guaranteed a first-time champion. #AUSvsPAK #T20WorldCup
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) November 11, 2021
To Babar Azam & the team: I know exactly how all of you are feeling right now bec I have faced similar disappointments on the cricket field. But you shd all be proud of the quality of cricket you played & the humility you showed in your wins. Congratulations Team Australia.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) November 11, 2021
Special innings by Matthew wade ! Catches win matches and drop catches sometimes can be costly , ! Bad luck Pakistan I thought they were brilliant throughout the tournament . Congratulations to Australia and New Zealand! Should a be a cracker of a Sunday #PAKvAUS
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) November 11, 2021
.@RealHa55an you are a champion. The entire team is with you. To all the fans, everyone goes through tough times, we are all human beings capable of errors. Remember the joy Hasan has given you, don't do personal attacks please. He is Pakistan's match-winner. #WeStandWithHasanAli pic.twitter.com/g9UzkGHPim
— Shadab Khan (@76Shadabkhan) November 12, 2021
Great fight boys you make us proud, wonderful effort throughout the tournament, well played Australia. I really feel this team can win the T20 World Cup next year, we all need to continue to back the players!
— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) November 11, 2021
What an eye catching match it has been, congratulations to team Australia for making it to the finals! Well played Team Pakistan #PAKvAUS #T20WorldCup
— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) November 11, 2021
You guys have not Won the World Cup but Won Hearts of every Pakistani. We couldn't have ask for more. You guys gave your Best. So So proud of you Team Pakistan. Keep your Head High #PAKvAUS #PakistanZindabad pic.twitter.com/rwMOWn61VP
— Waqar Younis (@waqyounis99) November 11, 2021
What a game of cricket! #Pakistan played some good cricket but #Australia came back hard in the last 5 overs of the match and finished the game strong. @MStoinis got them back into contention & @MatthewWade13 capitalized on the chance to take Australia through.#PAKvAUS pic.twitter.com/hMfIOfmD3r
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) November 11, 2021
Hold your heads high and be extremely proud of yourselves @TheRealPCBMedia. To produce such performances despite the setbacks faced this last year is nothing short of incredible. The whole nation should celebrate this World Cup run, Pakistan Zindabad #ICCT20WorldCup #PAKvAUS
— Shan Masood (@shani_official) November 11, 2021
Well played @CricketAus hard luck to our boys u guys give everything in the whole tournament proud of u guys
— Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) November 11, 2021
The toppers from both groups couldn't make it to the final.
— DK (@DineshKarthik) November 11, 2021
T20 is a funny game and that's what makes it so interesting
Well played Australia!
So now we're gonna have a new T20 Champion with #AUSvNZ in final#PAKvsAUS pic.twitter.com/iOeLQZVGBt
Keep the head high, team. You were impressive and played like true champions. We will definitely learn from this experience and come back stronger, In sha Allah. Extremely proud of my pack. #Pakistan pic.twitter.com/ka5fdfYHzI
— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) November 11, 2021
Anyone feel like a Final?
— Glenn Maxwell (@Gmaxi_32) November 11, 2021
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